Pahrump Man Charged In Gun Accident That Injured Teen

On June 17, 2011, In Uncategorized, By admin

By Farhan Naqvi, Personal Injury Lawyer in Nevada

Here in the valley, we hear a lot about swimming pool accidents where unsupervised children wander into pools and drown. In many of these cases, an adult who was supposed to have been watching the child is arrested and indicted on criminal charges. But adults can be held responsible for other types of accidents involving children as well.

This week, a Pahrump man was placed under arrest in connection with a gun accident in his home. On Tuesday, police were called to the home after a 13-year old boy was accidentally shot in the leg by a .22 caliber handgun. The victim had been playing with the weapon along with a 15-year old, who had been given the gun by his father. The 13-year old is expected to recover from his wounds.

When police arrived at the residence, they found several unsecured guns and ammunition inside where the teens had been playing. The father was later charged with child endangerment. His wife, who was actually in the home at the time of the accident, also faces similar charges. The man did own a gun safe, but it’s unclear as to why the weapons were not secured inside it.

This case demonstrates how both the owner of the guns (the father) and a “supervising” adult on-site (the wife) can be held criminally responsible for the teen’s accident. This logic applies in civil court as well. The article does not state whether the victim was related to the adults; but if he isn’t, then the 13-year old’s parents have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit against the man and his wife.

o   About the Editor: Farhan R. Naqvi is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has experience representing victims injured in motorcycle accidents, car accidents, drunk driver crashes, auto pedestrian accidents, truck wrecks, slip and falls, taxi cab accidents, and bicycle crashes. He also has experience handling spine injury, product liability, underinsured/uninsured driver, and wrongful death cases. If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident in Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson, Boulder City, Green Valley, or Pahrump, give Farhan a call at 702-553-1000 for a free, no-hassle consultation.

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Rock Thrown Through Windshield Kills Woman in Pahrump

On February 16, 2011, In Uncategorized, By admin

By Farhan Naqvi, Personal Injury Lawyer in Nevada

Sometimes, you read about incidents which make you shake your head and ask, “Why?” These types of stories are especially troublesome when someone gets hurt as a result. Unfortunately, one such incident occurred in Pahrump last week.

Authorities are investigating why three men threw a large rock through the windshield of a car at a service station in Pahrump near Blagg Road and Highway 372. A 20-year old woman sitting in the passenger seat suffered severe injuries to her head and had to be airlifted to University Medical Center in Las Vegas.

Perhaps the most troubling aspect of this occurrence is that Thursday evening’s rock-throwing incident appeared to have been planned. And it wasn’t executed by a couple of prank-happy teenagers. Three men are suspected in the attack, and they are still at large. Police have identified the suspects as 23-year old Timothy Michael Hannah, 20-year old Kevin Thomas Hannah, and 23-year old David Neil Taylor. At least one of the men is believed to have fled to Las Vegas or the surrounding area.

No details have been released by authorities regarding a possible motive or any circumstances which may have contributed to the attack. Hopefully, this means that investigators do possess additional information but are not sharing it with the public until the suspects are in custody.

Because Taylor is facing charges including assault with a deadly weapon and the two Hannahs are being sought on accessory charges, this may indicate that officials believe that Taylor was the one who actually threw the rock through the windshield of the vehicle. In addition to criminal charges, the victim would likely be entitled to monetary damages in any future personal injury lawsuit.

o   About the Editor: Farhan R. Naqvi is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has experience representing victims injured in motorcycle accidents, car accidents, drunk driver crashes, auto pedestrian accidents, truck wrecks, slip and falls, taxi cab accidents, and bicycle crashes. He also has experience handling spine injury, product liability, underinsured/uninsured driver, and wrongful death cases. If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident in Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson, Boulder City, Green Valley, or Pahrump, give Farhan a call at 702-553-1000 for a free, no-hassle consultation.

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Bicycle Accident Injury – How to Determine Liability

On November 5, 2010, In Nevada Personal Injury Information, By admin

By Farhan Naqvi, Personal Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas

People in Clark County, Pahrump, and Summerlin  love to ride their bicycles. The abundance of bike paths and trails coupled with a temperate climate all year long provide an excellent bike-riding environment for people in the Valley. Unfortunately, this sometimes leads to accidents involving bikes and cars, SUVs, and trucks.

Generally speaking, bike riders and drivers must both obey the laws of the road and also share the roadway (unless it has specifically marked bike lanes). So if a bike rider and a motorist are involved in an accident, the bike rider must show two things in order to collect damages in a personal injury lawsuit.

1. Did the driver’s negligence or recklessness directly result in the accident and injuries sustained by the bike rider?

If the driver ran a stop sign, made an illegal turn, changed lanes into the bicyclist, or drove at a speed above the posted speed limit, there could be grounds for negligence or recklessness (especially if he or she was cited by a police officer for such an infraction). But this allegation would likely have to be supported by evidence like witness statements, tire skid marks, or traffic camera footage in order to convince a judge or jury.

2. Did the bike rider actively or through negligence contribute to the accident?

If the bike rider turned abruptly in front of the vehicle, ran a stop sign, or rode the wrong way on a one-way street, then this could be presented as evidence of the cyclist’s responsibility in causing the accident. If this is the case, the bike rider may be held partially (or fully) liable in the cause of the accident, which may result in reduced damages (or no damages at all) awarded by a court. 

If you have any questions regarding a bike-car accident, you should consult with a qualified bicycle accident attorney.

About the Editor: Farhan R. Naqvi is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has experience representing victims injured in car accidents, drunk driver crashes, truck wrecks, slip and falls, taxi cab accidents, and bicycle crashes. He also has experience handling spine injury, product liability, underinsured/uninsured driver, and wrongful death cases. If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident in Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson, Boulder City, Green Valley, or Pahrump, give Farhan a call at 702-553-1000 for a free, no-hassle consultation.

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Nursing Home Neglect and Senior Abuse: Recognizing the Signs

On November 4, 2010, In Nevada Personal Injury Information, By admin

By Farhan Naqvi, Personal Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas

In Clark County, Pahrump, Summerlin and across the country, senior citizens are the victims of abuse. It is something that doesn’t get a lot of attention, especially in comparison to child abuse and spousal abuse, but it occurs far too often.

Sometimes senior citizen abuse is obvious, like when a caregiver verbally abuses, unreasonably restrains, or withholds food or medication from a senior in a nursing home. But as with domestic or child abuse, the signs of elder abuse are often not very obvious.

This video exemplifies nursing home abuse and the pain and suffering many seniors struggle with:

Here are some of the signs that a senior citizen may be suffering from abuse and what you should look out for:

  • Injuries like bruises or sores that recur yet remain unexplained
  • Injuries which appear to have been caused by cigarettes, ropes, chains, or lack of basic care
  • Sudden weight loss, evidence of malnutrition or dehydration that is unrelated to illness
  • Sudden withdrawal and/or a hesitation to talk openly
  • Being afraid or uncomfortable around caregivers
  • Denial of injuries or implausible or contradictory statements about them
  • A consistently dirty environment where feces or urine may be constantly present
  • Refusal by the caregiver to let the senior speak for himself or herself
  • Refusal by the caregiver to let you be alone with the senior
  • Anger or ambivalence exhibited toward the senior by the caregiver
  • Differences between the accounts of the injuries given by the caregiver and the senior 

If you notice any of these signs of abuse or neglect, you should notify either the managers of the nursing home facility or the police. If you think that a family member is a victim of senior abuse or negligence, take immediate steps to remove your loved one from the abusive situation. You may also want to seek the counsel of a nursing home abuse injury lawyer and determine if filing a lawsuit is appropriate.

About the Editor: Farhan R. Naqvi is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has experience representing victims injured in car accidents, drunk driver crashes, truck wrecks, slip and falls, taxi cab accidents, and bicycle crashes. He also has experience handling spine injury, product liability, underinsured/uninsured driver, and wrongful death cases. If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident in Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson, Boulder City, Green Valley, or Pahrump, give Farhan a call at 702-553-1000 for a free, no-hassle consultation.

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Those Pesky Insurance Adjusters

On July 8, 2010, In Nevada Personal Injury Information, By admin

By Farhan Naqvi, Personal Injury Lawyer in Las Vegas

You’ve been in a fender bender in Pahrump, or a head-on collision in North Las Vegas, or a rollover accident in Henderson. You’re trying to recover from your injuries, arrange for alternate transportation, and perhaps even work through your fear of driving again.

Then a few days after your accident, you get a telephone call from an insurance adjuster.

Unfortunately, this is part of the process of getting the compensation you deserve. But if you handle the conversation with the adjuster poorly, it could have a negative effect your claim. So here are a few suggestions.

Refuse to be recorded on tape. The insurance adjuster will ask you for your permission to make an audio recording of your phone interview. Do not give it. Tell them to get the necessary details from the police report. Putting your comments on tape gives the insurance company an opportunity to use your words against you later.

Provide only the necessary information. Give the adjuster your name and address – and make sure you get the same from them (as well as their phone number and company name). Say when and where the accident took place and give a general description of how you were injured. If the adjuster asks for more details about your injuries, say that the medical report will be sent to them as soon as your health has been fully assessed by a physician.

Do NOT agree to anything! Make sure that your attorney reviews your case first. If the adjuster sends you some paperwork to sign a few days after your phone conversation, do not sign it until you show the documents to your lawyer.

If you’re nervous about a phone conversation with an insurance adjuster, ask your personal injury lawyer for advice and guidance on what to say. 

About the Editor: Farhan R. Naqvi is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has experience representing victims injured in car accidents, drunk driver crashes, truck wrecks, slip and falls, taxi cab accidents, and bicycle crashes. He also has experience handling spine injury, product liability, underinsured/uninsured driver, and wrongful death cases. If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident in Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson, Boulder City, Green Valley, or Pahrump, give Farhan a call at 702-553-1000 for a free, no-hassle consultation.

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Serious Burns Can Lead to Serious, Permanent Injuries

On May 28, 2010, In Nevada Personal Injury Information, By admin

By Farhan Naqvi, Clark County Injury Lawyer

Over one million Americans suffer burn injuries every year. Many times, these injuries are caused by the actions of someone else. A woman driving in Pahrump could get sideswiped by a truck and become trapped in her vehicle while it is engulfed by flames. A man in Green Valley could experience electrical burns if a power pole is knocked over during a storm. Or a worker in a Las Vegas hotel could get scalded by a hot grill which was accidentally left on.

A burn occurs when skin tissue is damaged by an external source. Most burns are caused by heat, electricity, chemicals, sunlight, or radiation.

Superficial (or 1st-degree) burns are found when just the outer skin layer is affected. Usually, the burned area heals completely.

But with dermal (or 2nd degree) burns, the second layer of skin (the dermis) receives damage. Scarring is usually present even after the burn heals.

In the case of full-thickness (or 3rd degree) burns, the third layer of skin, which supports fat and subcutaneous tissue, is harmed. Skin grafts are needed to repair the burned skin, and not only will the area remain scarred for life, the skin often ceases to sweat, grow hair, or generate skin cells permanently

The most serious type of burn is a 4th degree burn, which extends all the way through the skin and into underlying tissue. These burns can cause irreversible muscle or ligament damage and can even be life-threatening.

If you have suffered a serious burn injury because of the recklessness or negligence of someone else, you should contact a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who will be able to help answer important questions about the legal process and will determine if filing a lawsuit  is appropriate to get you reimbursed for your medical treatment, rehabilitation, and pain and suffering.

About the Editor: Farhan R. Naqvi is a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has experience representing victims injured in car accidents, drunk driver crashes, truck wrecks, slip and falls, taxi cab accidents, and bicycle crashes. He also has experience handling spine injury, product liability, underinsured/uninsured driver, and wrongful death cases. If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident in Summerlin, North Las Vegas, Clark County, Henderson, Boulder City, Green Valley, or Pahrump, give Farhan a call at 702-553-1000 for a free, no-hassle consultation.

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